Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $1,964 per week in Pueblo, CO

Provide direct patient care on a 24-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with diagnoses including CHF, hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure. Opportunity to work in a structured oncology/med-surg environment with clear staffing ratios and dedicated charge nurse support.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified Oncology RN in Pueblo, Colorado, 81001!

Job ID: 895036

Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,964.87

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology / Med-Surg
Location

Pueblo, CO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite | Self-scheduling and block scheduling available | Weekend and holiday commitment required
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 24-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with diagnoses including CHF, hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure
• Titrate drips including analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives as part of routine patient management
• Manage and monitor respiratory therapy equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, and ventilators
• Read and interpret telemetry strips independently, as monitor techs are not available on the unit
• Self-schedule a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule in alignment with department staffing needs
• Float within Zone 1 as determined by nurse manager and departmental needs

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in the state of Colorado (or compact eligibility)
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible; valid driver's license must be submitted
• Clinicians must be present in state for the full week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a Med/Surg or Oncology inpatient setting
• Experience titrating drips in an acute care environment
• Familiarity with charge nurse or team lead responsibilities in a unit with nurse aide support (1:5 aide-to-patient ratio)

Why Join Us

• Flexible scheduling options including self-scheduling and block scheduling to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to work in a structured oncology/med-surg environment with clear staffing ratios and dedicated charge nurse support